Online degree programs are an often overlooked option when considering pursuing a college degree. Many students just don’t consider the benefits that come along with an online degree. Whether it’s the reduced tuition price, flexibility of scheduling, or freedom of pursuing a degree from the comfort of your home, an online degree program is a great option for a college education. We’ve compiled a list of our top nonprofit online colleges in Arkansas and have ranked them based upon the affordability of their tuition.
Ranking the Best Online Colleges in Arkansas
#1. Arkansas State University
Located in Jonesboro, Arkansas, Arkansas State University is a public research university. Established in 1909, Arkansas State University is now the flagship of the Arkansas State University System. Originally known as the First District Agricultural School, Arkansas State University was established as a regional agricultural training school. Currently, Arkansas State University is home to a student body of almost 22,000 students.
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Students at Arkansas State University are able to choose from a sizable catalog of academic programs offered by the school. Currently, Arkansas State University is offering hundreds of programs including bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. Many of these programs are also offered to students entirely online. By offering these programs online, Arkansas State University has ranked among our top online colleges in Arkansas. Arkansas State University is a public institution.
Accreditation: Arkansas State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Tuition: $248/credit
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#2. University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Established in 1927, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a public research university. Located in Little Rock, Arkansas, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock’s motto is “Culture, Truth, Knowledge”. Originally founded as the Little Rock Junior College in 1927, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock began its history providing students with two-year degrees. Today, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock enrolls almost 12,000 students.
Home of the Trojans, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock offers its students a large selection of academic programs from which to choose. At the time of this writing, students at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock can enroll in over 100 different undergraduate degrees as well as sixty different graduate degree programs. A large portion of these programs is also made available to students entirely online. By offering these programs online, the University of Arkansas at Little Rock is able to rank among our top online Arkansas colleges. University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a public institution.
Accreditation: University of Arkansas at Little Rock is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Tuition: $280/credit
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#3. University of Arkansas at Monticello
Originally known as the Fourth District Agricultural School, the University of Arkansas at Monticello is a public university. Established in 1910, the University of Arkansas at Monticello’s motto is “To Advance with Truth as our Guide”. Founded as one of the four original agricultural schools in the state, the Fourth District Agricultural School provided students in the Monticello area with access to an education in agricultural sciences.
Home to almost 4,000 students today, the University of Arkansas at Monticello offers its students many different degree programs. At the time of this writing, students at the University of Arkansas at Monticello can choose from dozens upon dozens of degree programs including undergraduate and graduate level programming. A large selection of these programs is also made available to students entirely online. By committing to online education, the University of Arkansas at Monticello has ranked among our top online colleges in Arkansas. University of Arkansas at Monticello is a public institution.
Accreditation: University of Arkansas at Monticello is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Tuition: $340/credit
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#4. University of Central Arkansas
With the motto “Go Here. Go Anywhere.”, the University of Central Arkansas is a public research university. Located in Conway, Arkansas, the University of Central Arkansas was originally established in 1907. Today, the University of Central Arkansas is home to almost 11,500 students.
Home to the Bears and Sugar Bears, the University of Central Arkansas offers its students the opportunity to enroll in a large number of academic programs offered at the school. At this time, students at the University of Central Arkansas can choose from over 150 different programs offered across the school’s undergraduate and graduate offerings. Of these programs, the University of Central Arkansas offers a large number of them to students entirely online. By making online education a priority, the University of Central Arkansas has ranked among our top online universities and colleges in Arkansas. University of Central Arkansas is a public institution.
Accreditation: University of Central Arkansas is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Tuition: $381/credit
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#5. John Brown University
A private Christian university, John Brown University is located in Siloam Springs, Arkansas. With the motto “Christ Over All”, John Brown University was first established in 1919 by John E. Brown, a prominent Methodist evangelist. Today, John Brown University enrolls almost 2,200 students.
John Brown University offers its students a number of academic programs. At the time of this writing, students at John Brown University can choose from dozens of degree programs offered across the school’s undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of these programs are also offered to students entirely online. Through this online offering, John Brown University has ranked among the top online colleges in Arkansas. John Brown University is a private institution.
Accreditation: John Brown University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Tuition: $420/credit
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#6. Arkansas Tech University
Located in Russellville, Arkansas, Arkansas Tech University is a public university. Established in 1909, Arkansas Tech University was originally known as the Second District Agricultural School. Founded as one of Arkansas’ four original agricultural schools, the Second District Agricultural School provided students with the opportunity to learn the skills and techniques needed to work in the agricultural farming industry. By 1976, it was decided that the school was to be renamed to Arkansas Tech University to better reflect the types of programs being offered at the school. Now, Arkansas Tech University enrolls almost 10,000 students.
Students at Arkansas Tech University are able to choose from a wide-ranging selection of academic programs offered at the school. Currently, Arkansas Tech University is offering dozens of undergraduate and graduate programs from which to enroll. At this time, the school is also offering almost two dozen different online programs. Through their dedication to online learning, Arkansas Tech University has ranked among the top online colleges in Arkansas. Arkansas Tech University is a public institution.
Accreditation: Arkansas Tech University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Tuition: $452/credit
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#7. Southern Arkansas University
Home of the Muleriders, Southern Arkansas University is a public university. Located in Magnolia, Arkansas, Southern Arkansas University was first founded in 1909. Established as one of the four original agricultural schools in Arkansas, Southern Arkansas University was originally known as Third District Agricultural School. Today, Southern Arkansas University enrolls a student body of approximately 5,000 students.
Southern Arkansas University has grown to offer its students many different academic programs. At this time, students at Southern Arkansas University can choose from over seventy different undergraduate degree programs as well as almost twenty different graduate programs. Southern Arkansas University is committed to online learning and offers a sizable portion of its programs to students online. This commitment has earned Southern Arkansas University a place among our top Arkansas online colleges. Southern Arkansas University is a public institution.
Accreditation: Southern Arkansas University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Tuition: $478/credit
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#8. University of Arkansas – Fort Smith
Established in 1928, the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith is a public university. Located in Fort Smith, Arkansas, the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith was originally created as an extension campus of the University of Arkansas. Initially known as Fort Smith Junior College, the school operated as part of the local public school system for nearly twenty-five years. During the 1990s, Westark Community College began working towards establishing the University Center, a body within the school that granted more than junior college degrees. This led to Westark Community College’s eventual integration into the University of Arkansas System. At this point, the school was able to grant full four-year degrees to its students. Now, the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith has grown to enroll almost 6,700 students.
Home of the Lions, the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith offers a wide selection of academic programs. At the time of this writing, students at the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith can choose from dozens of programs including undergraduate and graduate degrees. Many of these programs are also offered to students entirely online. Dedicating resources to online education, the University of Arkansas – Fort Smith has placed among our top online colleges in Arkansas. University of Arkansas – Fort Smith is a public institution.
Accreditation: University of Arkansas – Fort Smith is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Tuition: $527/credit
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#9. Ouachita Baptist University
A private university, Ouachita Baptist University is located in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. Originally established in 1886, Ouachita Baptist University began as Ouachita Baptist College. In 1965, it was decided that the school was to be renamed to Ouachita Baptist University to better reflect the breadth of academic programs offered at the school.
Now enrolling almost 1,600 students, Ouachita Baptist University has grown to offer a wide variety of academic programs for its students. Students at Ouachita Baptist University can now select from over sixty different undergraduate programs at the school. Many of these programs are also offered to students entirely online, helping earn Ouachita Baptist University a place among our top online colleges in Arkansas. Ouachita Baptist University is a private institution.
Accreditation: Ouachita Baptist University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Tuition: $725/credit
Click here for a list of Ouachita Baptist University‘s online programs.
#10. University of Arkansas
The flagship of the University of Arkansas System, the University of Arkansas is a public research university. Located in Fayetteville, Arkansas, the University of Arkansas’ motto is “To Advance with Truth as our Leader”. Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas was established as part of the Arkansas State Constitution calling for the creation of a state university. Originally known as the Arkansas Industrial University, the University of Arkansas initially focused on agriculture and architecture. Today, the University of Arkansas has grown to enroll almost 28,000 students.
Home of the Razorbacks, the University of Arkansas offers students many different academic programs to choose from. At this time, students at the University of Arkansas can select from over 200 different academic programs, including undergraduate and graduate level offerings. Many of these programs are also offered to students entirely online. By choosing to dedicate resources to online learning, the University of Arkansas has ranked among our top online colleges in Arkansas. University of Arkansas is a public institution.
Accreditation: University of Arkansas is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
Tuition: $780/credit
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